Now in its seventh year, TTG’s Top 50 initiative is unique in the sector, focusing on customer service, staff expertise and innovation.  

New assessment forms for 2022 align with TTG Media’s mission to promote a Smarter, Better, Fairer travel industry, and will tell the story of how agents have adapted and evolved as a result of the pandemic.

The strong branding and local media exposure that comes with being named a TTG Top 50 Travel Agency will demonstrate to consumers the reasons why they should book with an agent as international travel ramps up once again.

Visit Florida is confirmed as the headline partner for 2022, and will be hosting an incredible Top 50 Champions Trip to the Sunshine State later next year.

There are 12 regional and eight nationwide categories to enter, as well as several special categories. All agencies need to do to be considered for the list is register their contact details online.

The ceremony will take place on Thursday 24 March 2022 at the Vox in Birmingham, preceded by Tea With the Top 50 – an afternoon training event for finalists.

Mark Swords, co-owner of Swords Travel, which was named the UK & Ireland’s No. 1 Travel Agency in 2021, said: “Winning the UK & Ireland’s No.1 was amazing, so unexpected. And at such a tough time during the Covid crisis, Top 50 felt like a light at the end of the tunnel, and gave the whole industry a real boost.”

Co-owner Stuart Swords added: “Winning has done our business the world of good in gaining new customers too, and it’s so great for our team to be recognised for all their hard work too.”

TTG Media group editor Pippa Jacks said: “With the travel industry opening back up once again, it’s the perfect time for travel agents to be shouting about the extraordinary customer service and expertise they can provide. Winning a place in TTG’s prestigious Top 50 Travel Agencies list is not only a valuable PR and marketing opportunity, but also a chance for your teams, who have worked so hard over the last year, to be recognised for their resilience and dedication.”

Confirmed supplier partners for 2022 include Avis Budget Group, Celebrity Cruises, Classic Collection, easyJet Holidays, Gold Medal, Jet2holidays, Scenic & Emerald and Turkish Airlines in addition to Visit Florida.